Rare Complete Set – Kayama Kiln Five Guinomi Collection with Original Signed Box - Chawan - Porcelain

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Description:
• What is Kayama Kiln?
Kayama Kiln (Kayama-gama) is a respected contemporary Japanese pottery studio known for its refined everyday wares and elegant hand-thrown sake vessels. The kiln excels in producing pieces that balance traditional Japanese aesthetics with modern usability.

Distinctive characteristics include:

Smooth tactile forms

Stable, well-controlled glazes

A strong emphasis on craftsmanship and firing consistency

Kayama Kiln’s guinomi are valued among collectors for their excellent usability, honest craftsmanship, and warm, understated beauty.

• What is a Guinomi?
A guinomi is a small hand-held sake cup used for premium sake tasting. Compared to the more formal chawan-style sakazuki, the guinomi is:

More intimate in size

Designed to fit the fingers naturally

Favored by collectors for its expressive glazing and individuality

Because each guinomi reflects the potter’s subtle decisions in clay, glaze, and firing, sets like this—showing multiple glaze styles from the same kiln—are particularly appealing to connoisseurs.

• About This Five-Piece Set (1990s–2010s)
This complete set consists of five individually glazed guinomi, each showcasing a distinct character:

Warm yellow-brown glaze with a soft rustic feel

Deep olive-green glaze with subtle movement

Blue-white glaze with iron spotting and a highly expressive surface

Pure white glaze with smooth refinement

Rich brown-black glaze with strong contrasts

Together, they form a curated exploration of Kayama Kiln’s glaze palette.
The set comes with its original signed wooden tomobako, a rare and highly desirable feature for collectors.
Complete sets like this—especially with the original box intact—are increasingly difficult to find on the market, significantly enhancing its collectability.

• Condition
All five guinomi are in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, or repairs.
The tomobako shows natural aging appropriate for its use and age.

Expert’s Insight:
For European collectors, this set offers an exceptional opportunity:
five distinct guinomi from the same kiln, allowing appreciation of glaze variation, firing nuances, and craftsmanship in a single ensemble.
The inclusion of the original signed box elevates the set from functional sake cups to a collectible, curated presentation—ideal for display or thoughtful gifting.
A complete original set from Kayama Kiln does not often appear on the market, making this offering particularly rare and desirable.

Antique/Vintage Notice:
This is a vintage item. Please note that it may show natural signs of age, such as minor wear, slight discoloration, or subtle imperfections. These characteristics are part of its history and enhance its authenticity.

Shipping & Handling:
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